{"product_id":"usirikaya-pachadi-andhra-amla-pickle-homemade","title":"Usirikaya Pickle","description":"\u003c!-- Nirmala's Home Kitchen | Usirikaya Pickle - Product Description --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUsirikaya Pachadi - The Andhra Amla Pickle That Heals and Delights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's a reason every Andhra grandmother kept a jar of Usirikaya in the kitchen all year. One tangy, spicy bite of Indian gooseberry pickle and your appetite wakes up completely - sharp, earthy, unmistakably homemade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNirmala's Usirikaya Pachadi is made the traditional Telangana way. Fresh amla gooseberries are slow-cooked in cold-pressed peanut oil with Guntur red chilli powder, mustard seeds, fenugreek, tamarind, turmeric, and rock salt - no vinegar, no artificial preservatives, no shortcuts. Small batch, handmade, and packed with the bold flavours Andhra kitchens are known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh amla (Indian gooseberry), Guntur red chilli powder, mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, tamarind, turmeric, rock salt, cold-pressed sesame oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairs perfectly with hot rice and ghee, curd rice, chapati, dosa, or idli. Rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants, this is the one pickle that's as good for you as it tastes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShelf life:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 6-8 months. Available in 250g, 500g, and 1kg jars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder now - your meals deserve that authentic Andhra tang.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Andhra Usirikaya Pachadi\u003c\/strong\u003e - handmade in small batches from Huzurabad, Telangana using a traditional family recipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePacked with Vitamin C and antioxidants\u003c\/strong\u003e - fresh amla (Indian gooseberry) is a natural immunity booster and digestive aid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZero preservatives, zero vinegar, zero artificial additives\u003c\/strong\u003e - only fresh gooseberry, Guntur chilli, fenugreek, and cold-pressed peanut oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBold, spicy-tangy Andhra flavour\u003c\/strong\u003e - perfect with hot rice and ghee, curd rice, dosa, idli, chapati, or paratha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong shelf life of 6–8 months\u003c\/strong\u003e - available in 250g, 500g, and 1kg; ideal for gifting and Telugu households across India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: 500; font-size: 14px; cursor: pointer;\"\u003eWhat is Usirikaya Pachadi?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 8px; font-size: 13px; color: #555; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eUsirikaya Pachadi is the traditional Andhra-Telugu name for amla pickle - made from fresh Indian gooseberries (amla) slow-cooked with mustard, chilli, fenugreek, tamarind, and cold-pressed sesame oil. It's a staple in Telugu households and known for its bold spicy-tangy flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: 500; font-size: 14px; cursor: pointer;\"\u003eHow long does it last once opened?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 8px; font-size: 13px; color: #555; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eUp to 10–12 months when stored in a cool, dry place with a dry spoon. Amla naturally has a longer shelf life than most pickles due to its high Vitamin C content, which acts as a natural preservative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: 500; font-size: 14px; cursor: pointer;\"\u003eDoes it contain vinegar or artificial preservatives?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 8px; font-size: 13px; color: #555; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eNo vinegar and absolutely no artificial preservatives. We use only fresh amla, Guntur red chilli powder, mustard seeds, fenugreek, tamarind, rock salt, and cold-pressed peanut oil. Nothing else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: 500; font-size: 14px; cursor: pointer;\"\u003eWhat are the health benefits of amla pickle?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 8px; font-size: 13px; color: #555; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eAmla (Indian gooseberry) is one of the richest natural sources of Vitamin C and antioxidants. Regular consumption may support digestion, boost immunity, improve skin health, and aid liver function. Combined with traditional spices like fenugreek and mustard, it's a pickle that's genuinely good for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: 500; font-size: 14px; cursor: pointer;\"\u003eWhat does it taste like and what can I eat it with?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 8px; font-size: 13px; color: #555; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eExpect a bold punch of tangy, spicy, and earthy flavours - the natural sourness of amla balanced with Guntur chilli heat and deep mustard-sesame notes. Best enjoyed with hot rice and ghee, curd rice, dosa, idli, chapati, or paratha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top: 1px solid #e5e5e5; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: 500; font-size: 14px; cursor: pointer;\"\u003eHow should I store it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 8px; font-size: 13px; color: #555; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eStore in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Always use a clean, dry spoon - moisture reduces shelf life. Refrigerate in humid climates for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nirmala's Home Kitchen","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":44819665780845,"sku":"1309","price":239.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":44819665813613,"sku":"1310","price":449.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":44819665846381,"sku":"1311","price":849.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0696\/5624\/8429\/files\/Usirikaya_pickle.webp?v=1774431123","url":"https:\/\/nirmalashomekitchen.com\/products\/usirikaya-pachadi-andhra-amla-pickle-homemade","provider":"Nirmala's Home Kitchen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}